Prop. 36 in Action, California Shoplifters Stunned by Felony Charges

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California's newly implemented Proposition 36 is changing the game for shoplifters, turning what was once a slap-on-the-wrist misdemeanor into a serious felony charge. In a viral police body cam video from Seal Beach, Orange County, repeat shoplifters were caught stealing over $600 in merchandise from an Ulta Beauty store. Their shock upon learning about the new felony consequences speaks volumes.

"It's a felony? B—h, new laws. Stealing is a felony. And this is Orange County, b—h. They don’t play," exclaimed one of the suspects as reality set in.

Proposition 36 reverses policies from Proposition 47 (2014), which had classified theft under $950 as a misdemeanor. Critics argue that Prop 47 led to a surge in organized retail theft, creating the need for stricter laws.

Law enforcement agencies in California, including Seal Beach Police Department, are doubling down on retail theft enforcement. This video breaks down the implications of Prop 36, reactions from law enforcement, and the broader conversation around crime policy in California.

Watch until the end to see why stealing in Seal Beach is no longer worth the risk.
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